Cursed Broom

TL:DR: Fun Precision Platformer with some major flaws. Buy atm only if you really enjoy platforming. Has the tag Family Friendly, yet its not a walk in the park platformer. Just adding signs for the way would change this review to positive. +Responsive movement with a very creative and (for me) novel way of moving, the broom. Flying through the air, jumping from one wall to another is fun and very satisfying. + Sweet artstyle + no performance issues +/- the game is short, and so is the story +/- the broom fly button is B while the jump button is A. There is no double jump. Why not put both on A? Could make for worse gameplay and as i dont know its not a -, yet mby it could be an easy improvement to the gameplay flow. +/- at least emotionally i wasnt able to finish the game because the last cutscene triggered without me touching the ground and then because of that I fell down and wouldve had to redo a part, but well, cutscene, end. - no tutorial messages how mechanics work make a few things which could be understood in a few seconds take way too long - Level design is majorly flawed at a few points - for one the game is way too short - difficulty goes from 0 to 100, why not add a few easier levels before ramping up difficulty? The movement is really enjoyable and would carry. The Crow/ Raven double jump was only used a few times f.e., wheres more of that? - The thunder clouds are basically the electro smog but invisible, kinda cute but unnecessary in practice - Setting Checkpoints by yourself is kinda cool, yet a few self activating checkpoints would be great, in case one forgets to set their checkpoint, or accidentally resets the checkpoint after falling as the checkpoint button is right next to the jump button without being rebindable. - Navigating the map was terrible for me. Way too much time spent jumping at walls because some are physical, some arent, and questioning my own pathing in general a few times even though I was trying to go the right way. The game would massively profit from signs with arrows.

Cursed Broom is an absolute delight for anyone who loves a mix of magic, humor, and pixel art. This game may look simple, but it’s packed with charm and offers way more than meets the eye. The pixel art is stunning and full of detail—you can instantly tell the amount of love poured into the design. Each level is varied and makes exploration genuinely rewarding. Mastering this stupid broom is part of the fun, and each level introduces new puzzles and obstacles that make great use of the broom’s “curse.” The controls are precise, and the mix of light puzzles, platforming, and hidden secrets keeps you hooked. It’s perfect for a quick session or hours of play without getting boring. The soundtrack complements the atmosphere beautifully, setting the mood without overpowering the experience. All in all, it's a must-play for fans of pixel games and indie gems. If you’re up for a charming adventure full of spells and puzzles, Cursed Broom is a magical journey worth taking. Rating: 10 / 10 - Bewitchingly Fun!

Schönes Spiel. Mir hats spaß gemacht und ist für mich ein gelungenes indie Game mit einem eigenen Charme. Der Look erinnert stark an Celeste, hat aber mechanisch und physikalisch überhaupt nichts gemeinsam. Es ist keine billige Celeste Kopie!!! Manchmal sind Mechaniken oder Physiken nicht so wirklich durchschaubar. Die Blitze z.B. verstehe ich nicht. Wie kann man die verhindern? Man fliegt 10 mal die gleiche Strecke und man wird immer mal irgendwo getroffen oder halt auch nicht. Aber im großen und ganzen kann man sich für 10€ nicht beschweren. Von meiner Seite eine Empfehlung

[strike] Cast Away [/strike] Cursed Broom is visually very cute and stunning. The music is amazing and the story is wholesome. In contrast to that the levels get progressively more challenging. Overall I highly recommend this short but charming platformer, if you don’t mind difficult platforming passages.

I had a lot of fun with the demo, playing through it 3 times before the full game came out. Unfortunately, that's where the fun stopped for me. Don't be fooled by the cute graphics, this game gets brutal. After the section represented in the demo, it starts requiring you to master new mechanics with zero explanation and increasingly few practice areas to learn the physics. When I started the last main section of the game, I honestly thought I had to be sequence breaking, but no, the game's required path really is that hard. There are no difficulty options; the ability to slow the game's speed or to have more broom stamina would be welcome additions. By the two hour mark, it took me dozens of attempts for each bit of progress, requiring perfect flight lines and momentum conservation, with certain death if I deviated from the developer's intended (but not visibly marked) path. When that area thankfully ended, so did the game, abruptly, even though I'd thought the main story was just getting started. The in-game maps and switch puzzles from the demo did not appear in the rest of the game. You do not collect any new abilities either, although there are environment-specific effects which can help or hinder your flying. I encourage everyone to try the demo, and buy the game if the fun you had was worth the price, but be warned that the additional content is more like a Meat Boy-style precision gauntlet instead of the Metroidvania feel of the opening area.

I absolutely loved playing this game. I had so much fun collecting the pages and doing the jumps. Also the flying with the broom was a lot of fun too! The music, the story, the pixelart and the vibe were perfect. Also I really like doing hard platformers and this one was definetly challenging for me in some parts. I'm so looking forward to collect all the missing pages and put more time into this game. 10/10 would recommend.

Ngl the treehouse part tested my sanity since I didn't figure out right away that you just need to wobble around to fly longer distances, but I got there eventually c: Other than that: wonderful art, charming characters, great soundtrack & atmosphere and clever gameplay! Definitely a great choice for a cozy gaming day.

Cursed Broom is such a gem! The art is adorable, and Maya's journey is full of charm and little surprises. The broom mechanic is tricky at first but super satisfying once you get the hang of it – it's like learning to "almost-fly" and adds a fun twist to the platforming. If you’re into platformers with a bit of challenge and a lot of heart, definitely give this one a go!

Cursed Broom is a charming platformer that enchants players with its adorable visuals and enchanting aesthetic but keeps them invested through its compelling story and challenging gameplay. While it begins with the familiar feel of classic platformers, the addition of a unique flying mechanic adds a fresh and exciting twist. This game is a must-play for anyone who loves a bit of witchy magic in their platforming adventures!

This platformer has a really cute artstyle and an enchanting story! Learning to master the stubborn broom feels rewarding. I really like this unique mechanic. It's almost like flying, but, like, in one of those dreams during which you know you CAN fly, but for some reason it doesn't work as smoothly as usual and you find yourself struggling to stay in the air. In a way that's both fun and frustrating. It feels really good as soon as I slowly found out how to do it! I was also once again reminded that I am no good at platformers and feel that some parts are way too hard for me :D So, if you like difficult platformers (this one contains several optional challenges and hidden parts which I think is nice), try this game. The original soundtrack is awesome as well.